What happens if you have lipo and skin removal and the upper arm becomes smaller than your forearm?

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Hello, Hypothetically speaking, what happens if you have larger arms and have lipo and skin removal to the upper arm which then becomes smaller than your forearm? Would a plastic surgeon realize this could be a possibility as they’re performing lipo & brachioplasty to your arms or would it be a “surprise” once I’m healed and notice my forearm circumference is larger than my upper arms? Would I need to then come back for forearm lipo and lift? I’ve read on this website that forearms are not a popular body region for lifts/lipo. What can be done for the forearms?

Chet Mays, MD · Answer

Thank you for your inquiry!  We would love to meet and discuss your concerns!  The whole arm should be taken into account when the surgeon is forming a surgical plan.  Schedule a consultation with a Board-Certified Plastic Surgeon to help you reach your goals.

Kristopher Hamwi, MD · Answer

In the situation you're describing (assuming there is adequate fat to remove) liposuction can be performed to achieve better balance/proportion between the forearm and upper arm. Typically a surgeon will take into account the size of your forearm and try to match the upper arm to that when performing the brachioplasty.

Brian Bassiri-Tehrani, MD · Answer

Although this can be a possibility, it is unlikely. The reason is the muscles in the upper arm like biceps and triceps are much larger than all of the numerous muscles and structures in the forearm. The lipo and arm lift is a contouring procedure that removes skin and fat only to restore normal, anatomic shape of the upper arms. Of course, proportions matter, and there is an element of artistry & craftsmanship that goes into planning the surgery to ensure that your arms won't look weird after the surgery.

Ajaya Kashyap, MD · Answer

Thank you for your query. The situation you are referring to is extremely unlikely. However, if it happens, the situation will need to be handled based on the reason for the problem. After the skin had some time to settle down, some muscle building exercises can be recommended, and if excessive fat has been removed, some fat grafting may help. Liposuction of the fore-arm will be an unlikely option especially if the skin is a little loose. Please find an experienced board certified Plastic surgeon who can examine you and help you with all your concerns. All the best!

Camille Cash, MD · Answer

This is an interesting question as it could happen.  How would you keep your risk low?  By selecting an experienced board certified plastic surgeon for your procedure.  During a consultation your surgeon would examine you and discuss your goals for surgery. Open communication is key in helping you to achieve the desired result.

What happens if you have lipo and skin removal and the upper arm becomes smaller than your forearm?

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